Rotterdam, Netherlands to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

585.8 miles 942.8 km · straight line
719.7 miles actual route 1158.2 km · driving distance
11h 53min estimated drive time
€147 - €181 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
111° ESE bearing direction

How far is Rotterdam, Netherlands from Vienna?

The distance from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Vienna is 585.8 miles (942.8 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ESE of Rotterdam, Netherlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 719.7 miles, taking about 11h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Rotterdam, Netherlands is in Netherlands, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rotterdam, Netherlands and Vienna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Rotterdam, Netherlands to Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 53min €147 - €181 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 16min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~15h 27min $86–$252* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rotterdam, Netherlands & Vienna

Quick Facts

Rotterdam, Netherlands
51.92°N, 4.48°E
Europe/Amsterdam
-2m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM